As the Miami Dolphins prepare to host the Cincinnati Bengals this week, they will be hoping to secure their first victory of the season. Summary from publisher descriptions · The Phinsider
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2026 regular season · completed games only (latest: Week 5)Record0-44 games
Points for4632nd of 32
Points against10119th of 32
Point diff-5532nd of 32
Off. EPA/play ?−.14131st of 32
Def. EPA/play ?+.09928th of 32
Off. success34.8%31st of 32
Def. success46.7%27th of 32
EPA = expected points added per play: how much each snap moved the team's scoring chances. Offense: higher is better. Defense: lower is better. Stats: nflverse (nflfastR), CC BY 4.0 · updated Oct 11, 1:45 PM ET
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Same story = outlets reporting the same development · Related = other angles1 outlet + 3 relatedBengals vs. Dolphins inactive players in Week 5: Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins cleared for game
Cincinnati Bengals receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins were both active and set to play Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. Summary from publisher descriptions · Sportsnet
1 outlet + 1 relatedWhy Kenneth Grant's Dolphins return could be the key to Miami's first victory
The Miami Dolphins are desperate for their first win of the 2026 season, and the return of Kenneth Grant may be exactly what they needed. Summary from publisher descriptions · Phin Phanatic (FanSided)
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SB Nation team blog- Cincinnati Bengals vs Miami Dolphins: Game information and live chat
As the Miami Dolphins prepare to host the Cincinnati Bengals this week, they will be hoping to secure their first victory of the season. The Bengals, meanwhile, aim to rebound after last week’s loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Read at The Phinsider → - Bengals vs. Dolphins inactive players in Week 5: Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins cleared for game
The Miami Dolphins host the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 5, looking to pull off the upset for their first win of the year. Early in the week, it appeared the Bengals may come into Sunday’s game without their top two receivers as Ja’Marr Chase worked his way through the concussion…
Read at The Phinsider → - Dolphins fan confidence sets new high in Week 5
The Miami Dolphins have started the 2026 season 0-4, but that does not mean the fans do not trust that the team is headed in the right direction. Despite the Week 4 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, the team showed growth and development, which are key parts of a rebuild for the…
Read at The Phinsider → - Miami Dolphins offensive line review: Tracking the guards in Week 4
The Miami Dolphins fell to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, dropping to 0-4 as they continue navigating a significant roster rebuild. While wins and losses matter, much of the focus in 2026 remains on the development of Miami’s young talent.
Read at The Phinsider → The Phinsider: 3 betting previews (Week 5)
- Bengals vs. Dolphins 2026 Week 5: Online stream, kickoff time, odds, injuries, more
Week 5 of the 2026 NFL season includes the Miami Dolphins hosting the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday afternoon. This marks the first game Miami has faced a team that had previously lost, after facing the Las Vegas Raiders, San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, and Minnesota…
Read at The Phinsider → - NFL predictions: Can Miami Dolphins pull off upset over Cincinnati Bengals in Week 5?
The Miami Dolphins return home on Sunday to face the Cincinnati Bengals. It is a matchup between an 0-4 team that has fans excited for the future and a 2-2 team that is struggling to find the success fans expected this season.
Read at The Phinsider → - Miami Dolphins Fans: Dolphins Vs Cincinnati Bengals Predictions
With our Miami Dolphins facing off against the Cincinnati Bengals tomorrow, I asked the following question this past week:What are your predictions, bold or otherwise, for the Miami Dolphins’ defense and offense in this coming Sunday’s game vs. the Cincinnati Bengals? Who do you…
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- Bengals vs. Dolphins 2026 Week 5: Online stream, kickoff time, odds, injuries, more
- Dolphins rule out four for Sunday’s game against Bengals
The Miami Dolphins have ruled out four players for their Week 5 game against the Cincinnati Bengals. The team will miss starters and key players on offense, defense, and special teams.
Read at The Phinsider → - Phinsider Victory Of The Week Open Thread & Discussion Vol. 693
Happy Friday, everyone! As we wrap up another long work week, at least for most of us, we would love to hear about your “Victory of the Week.”
Read at The Phinsider → - Miami Dolphins claim former Washington Commanders RB off waivers
The Miami Dolphins will host the Cincinnati Bengals this Sunday at Hard Rock stadium, but despite the impending clash against Joe Burrow and company, general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan is not done tweaking the team’s roster. On Friday, the Miami Dolphins announced that they had…
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Yardbarker
Dolphins feed- Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins Expected to Play vs. Dolphins
Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins Expected to Play vs. Dolphins The Miami Dolphins will have their hands full Sunday afternoon when they host the Cincinnati Bengals at Hard Rock Stadium, as Cincinnati’s two superstar wide receivers, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, are expected to play…
Read at Yardbarker → - Can The Dolphins Continue To Show Improvement?
The Miami Dolphins are back in action today, taking on the Cincinnati Bengals, and we need to see progress in two key areas: the defense needs to keep building momentum, and the offense needs to find another gear.
Read at Yardbarker → - Bengals Receive Massive Injury Update Before Dolphins Game
The Cincinnati Bengals’ top wide receivers, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgin,s will both suit up Sunday against the Miami Dolphins, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported, removing the biggest uncertainty surrounding the Bengals’ offense heading into Week 5.
Read at Yardbarker → - Two Miami Dolphins included among some fresh NFL trade deadline speculation
Two members of the Miami Dolphins roster were included in a fresh batch of NFL trade deadline speculation. The Miami Dolphins spent this offseason saying goodbye to a whole bunch of household names from the last iteration of the team.
Read at Yardbarker → - A Miami Dolphins record set in 2026 may already be in major jeopardy
The Miami Dolphins went above and beyond this offseason to reset their books and, in the process, shattered some records. One may already be in jeopardy.
Read at Yardbarker → - Dolphins Activate Kenneth Grant Ahead of Bengals Game
Dolphins Activate Kenneth Grant Ahead of Bengals Game The Miami Dolphins will have one of their most important young defensive players back in the lineup as they prepare to face the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday.
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- Dolphins Activate DT Kenneth Grant
As part of a series of roster moves on Saturday, the Dolphins activated defensive tackle Kenneth Grant from injured reserve, according to Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.
Read at Yardbarker → - Dolphins Are 0-4: Is the Race for the No. 1 Pick Already On?
Dolphins Are 0-4: Is the Race for the No. 1 Pick Already On? We are four games deep into the Miami Dolphins’ 2026 season, and they have zero wins to show for it, along with a position near the top of the 2027 draft order.
Read at Yardbarker → - Dolphins vs. Bengals Week 5: Who’s In, Who’s Out?
Dolphins vs. Bengals Week 5: Who’s In, Who’s Out?
Read at Yardbarker → - Jeff Hafley Provides Key Injury Updates, Talks Bengals Challenge and Dolphins’ Search for First Win
Jeff Hafley Provides Key Injury Updates, Talks Bengals Challenge and Dolphins’ Search for First Win Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley met with reporters ahead of Sunday’s Week 5 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, sharing several key injury updates and discussing the…
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Miami Dolphins official
Official team news- Inactives: Week 5 Dolphins vs Bengals
The following players will be inactive for today's game:
Read at Miami Dolphins official → - Dolphins make roster moves
The Miami Dolphins have activated defensive lineman Kenneth Grant off the injured reserve list and waived quarterback Brady Cook.
Read at Miami Dolphins official → - Game Preview: Miami Dolphins vs. Cincinnati Bengals
Miami looks to continue building before the bye.
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- Dolphins claim Allen off waivers
The Miami Dolphins announced today that they have claimed running back Kaytron Allen off waivers from Washington.
Read at Miami Dolphins official → - Injury Report: Week 5 Dolphins vs Bengals
Check out the official Week 5 injury report for the Miami Dolphins.
Read at Miami Dolphins official → - Transcript: HC Jeff Hafley Press Conference - October 9
Read the full transcript from HC Jeff Hafley's media availability on October 8, 2026.
Read at Miami Dolphins official → - Fins Weekly: Bengals Up Next
Catch up on the biggest storylines, hear from players and coaches, explore new photo galleries, and get ready for Sunday's game against the Bengals with the latest team updates.
Read at Miami Dolphins official → - Top Quotes: Dolphins building confidence, looking for breakthrough
Improving each week, Dolphins are in search of a breakthrough victory.
Read at Miami Dolphins official → - Transcript: DC Sean Duggan Press Conference - October 8
Read the full transcript from DC Sean Duggan's media availability on October 8, 2026.
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Phin Phanatic (FanSided)
Team blog- Kenneth Grant in, Caleb Douglas out: Dolphins release inactives for Week 5
The Miami Dolphins are slowly getting healthier, but this week's game against the Bengals will still see their best WR on the sideline.
Read at Phin Phanatic (FanSided) → - Why Kenneth Grant's Dolphins return could be the key to Miami's first victory
The Miami Dolphins are desperate for their first win of the 2026 season, and the return of Kenneth Grant may be exactly what they needed.
Read at Phin Phanatic (FanSided) → - Why Chris Bell is the key to getting the Dolphins' offense off the ground
The Miami Dolphins offense has yet to put together a complete performance, and the passing game especially needs a boost. It's time to rely on Chris Bell.
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- How Dolphins can unleash Malik Willis for his best game yet vs. Bengals
After some harrowing matchups to begin his first season as a starter, Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis may find a lot more success against the Bengals.
Read at Phin Phanatic (FanSided) → - It took 4 games for former Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel's seat to get hot in L.A.
The Miami Dolphins felt it necessary to relieve Mike McDaniel of his coaching duties, and now, after just four weeks, his new job seems to be in trouble.
Read at Phin Phanatic (FanSided) → - Everything Dolphins fans need to know about new running back Kaytron Allen
Kaytron Allen joins the Miami Dolphins after a strong Penn State career, giving Miami another intriguing option in its depleted running back room.
Read at Phin Phanatic (FanSided) → - Dolphins' pass game has a golden opportunity to get on track in Week 5
The Dolphins face the Bengals in Week 5 with their passing game desperate for a breakthrough against one of the NFL's worst coverage units.
Read at Phin Phanatic (FanSided) → - Ollie Gordon II should be licking his chops looking at Bengals' run defense
After a 100-yard performance in Minnesota, Miami Dolphins running back Ollie Gordon II may hit that milestone again in Week 5 against the Bengals.
Read at Phin Phanatic (FanSided) → - Dolphins' Bobby Slowik's intriguing defense of Malik Willis comes with a "but"
The Miami Dolphins OC Bobby Slowik is standing by QB Malik Willis, and he absolutely should, but it can't be an excuse for the QB's inconsistent play.
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Local beat coverage- Dolphins players, staff partner with Feeding South Florida to help those in need, honor employee’s memory
The Miami Dolphins and Feeding South Florida volunteers came together to bring meals for those in need to honor the memory of a Dolphins employee....
Read at WSVN 7 Dolphins → - Slow offensive start for the Miami Dolphins continues as the growing pains persist
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Since 2002, there have been only three NFL teams that failed to score more than 13 points in any of...
Read at WSVN 7 Dolphins → - Unbeaten Vikings keep Dolphins winless to secure 15-10 victory
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kyler Murray and the Minnesota Vikings’ offense would’ve appreciated a touchdown for their progress down the stretch, but there was only one...
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- Vikings rule out Justin Jefferson vs. Dolphins with sprained ankle, Caleb Douglas out for Miami
The Minnesota Vikings ruled out star receiver Justin Jefferson for Sunday’s game against the Dolphins because of an ankle sprain suffered last week against Tampa...
Read at WSVN 7 Dolphins → - Malik Willis and the 0-3 Dolphins aren’t panicking ahead of their matchup with the unbeaten Vikings
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Despite a winless start to the season, Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis doesn’t see any panic in Miami’s locker room. “We’re...
Read at WSVN 7 Dolphins → - Dolphins grapple with Achane injury, undefeated UM and UF prepare for major ABC Miami showdowns
In another eventful week of football across Florida, the Miami Dolphins are floundering after starting 0-3 and losing their best offensive tool while the No....
Read at WSVN 7 Dolphins → - Dolphins lose De’Von Achane to a torn ACL, sidelining him for the season, report says
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in Sunday’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs...
Read at WSVN 7 Dolphins → - Kenneth Walker III has 2 TDs as Chiefs beat Dolphins 24-10 after De’Von Achane exits with injury
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Kenneth Walker III had a touchdown catch and rushed for a score, Patrick Mahomes threw for 246 yards and two...
Read at WSVN 7 Dolphins → - Hard Rock Stadium debuts diverse food options for Dolphins home opener
Ahead of the Dolphins' first home game against the Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday, Hard Rock Stadium is introducing a diverse new food menu featuring international cuisines.
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From league outlets- Bengals vs. Dolphins odds, predictions: Use Polymarket promo code CBSSPORTS for $25 bonus in NFL Week 5
Joe Burrow and the Bengals visit the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Week 5, and we're taking a look at the prediction markets available on Polymarket
Read at CBS Sports → - Cincinnati Bengals vs Miami Dolphins: Game information and live chat
Join us live to follow and discuss this afternoon’s game between your Miami Dolphins and the Cincinnati Bengals.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - Bengals wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins active vs. Dolphins
Cincinnati Bengals receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins were both active and set to play Sunday against the Miami Dolphins.
Read at Sportsnet → - Best Kalshi promo code CBSSPORTS55 in Florida: Get $55 bonus for Dolphins vs. Bengals in NFL Week 5
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- Can Burrow, Bengals establish identity vs. Dolphins?
The Bengals put Burrow under center but ultimately went back to what the QB knows best. What's next?
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